Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5100 165 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 103.0 in | 1.3 in |
Length | 171.6 in | 168.9 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 67.1 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 65.2 in | -7.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2958 lb. | 3215 lb. | -257 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 15.0 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 39.2 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 53.8 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 50.1 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 39.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 53.6 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 46.7 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 40.9 in | -7.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 21.6 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.8 ft3 | 64.2 ft3 | -19.4 ft3 |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |
2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The PT Cruiser is surprisingly roomy in the back seat, in terms of legroom and headroom. The backrest angle though is a bit too upright for full comfort. see full Chrysler PT Cruiser review |